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Macaw Lodge

3.0 star property
Mountain lodge in Carara with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Nestled in the mountains, Macaw Lodge invites you to unwind with a full breakfast, bask in the sun on the terrace or stroll through the garden. Explore your surroundings and stay connected with free WiFi; then enjoy some quiet time at our library or take care of laundry tasks.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
The current price is CNY780
CNY983 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Bungalow | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Bungalow | Balcony

Family Bungalow

  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bungalow (Natural) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow (Natural)

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cerros de Turrubares, Carara, San Jose

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 115 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 129 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Rancho Shadday - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Paz del Campo - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bar Bijagual - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pocho's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Búho - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Macaw Lodge

  • When visiting Carara, Macaw Lodge is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 130 per vehicle (one way)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover

Also known as

Macaw Lodge Turrubares

Macaw Turrubares

Macaw Lodge

Macaw Lodge Lodge

Macaw Lodge Carara

Macaw Lodge Lodge Carara

Macaw Lodge an Authentic Ecolodge

Frequently asked questions

Does Macaw Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Macaw Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Macaw Lodge ?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Macaw Lodge ?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Macaw Lodge ?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 130 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macaw Lodge ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Macaw Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Macaw Lodge ?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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Reviews

Macaw Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, enchanting property, excellent food! We loved our stay.
Romin, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay in this rustic but comfortable lodge located in the Costa Rican wilderness. The staff are lively and the food excellent. Outstanding bird watching as well.
William, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very relaxing stay. Will recommend.
Christian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr schöne Lodge in ruhiger Natur. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Johannes, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr schöne abgelegene Lodge. Tolle Möglichkeit Aras und viele weitere Tiere zu beobachten. Leckeres Essen.
Phillip & Nicole, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Der Bungalow war zweckmäßig eingerichtet. Wir hatten zusätzlich zum Queenbett noch zwei Einzelbetten. Die Matratzen waren generell nicht sehr bequem. Bei einem Einzelbett war diese extrem durchgelegen. Es war sehr warm, da es nur einen Deckenventilator sowie einen zusätzlichen Standventilator gab. Die Fenster konnten nicht richtig geschlossen werden und es waren auch teilweise die Fliegengitter kaputt. Wir haben keine Tour gebucht. Wir sind zum Wasserfall gewandert. Hier ist uns aufgefallen, dass einige Geländer kaputt waren, welche dringend mal repariert werden müsste. Das Essen war leider nicht so gut. Es hat geschmacklich immer etwas gefehlt und z. B. das Huhn war leider viel zu trocken. Es gab den ganzen Tag über die Möglichkeit Wasser und Kaffee zu trinken, wobei der Kaffee leider ab Mittag bereits lauwarm war. Espresso gab es leider nicht.
Volker, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

lieu fantastitique. Accueil et service impeccable
Vincent, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

There is not much to say over and above What others have said. Stayed with my daughter for 2 nights, and enjoyed bathing in the pools above the waterfall, extensive and safe trails. Be really careful walking around the waterfall as help is a long way off if needed. A 24-hour chorus of wildlife seems to change every few minutes. The chocolate is absolutely fantastic. We slept in and had all of our meals in the lodge. The food was delicious and unique. With each meal was a different kind of freshly made juice. The staff are all very helpful and friendly, and are obviously just as happy to be there. Thank you
Jonathan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful place to get away from the crowds at all the national parks. It’s about an hour up a bumpy dirt road so i definitely recommend a vehicle with 4 wheel drive. The staff is very friendly and accommodating! They grow most of the food on site, and each meal is fresh and delightful. There are hiking trails and beautiful ponds and waterfalls. There are two outdoor yoga decks for self guided meditation. A special thanks to the manager, Fabiola, who went above and beyong to make us feel comfortable! This place is a hidden gem.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Superschöner Aufenthaltlt inmitten drr Nstur mit eigenem Trailmund Möglichkeit am Wasserfall zu svhwimmen. Sehr familiär, sehr sauberes und dchönes Zimmer. Zimmer mit Ausblick. Absolut freundliches Personal. Achtung - Im Navi 'Villas Lspas' eingeben, damit man die richti e Strasse erwisvht. Ielmn
Karin, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful ecolodge, good birding

After the 50-minute drive from the highway, in 2d gear nearly all the way, I was hopeful that Macaw Lodge would provide everything we needed so that we needn't drive at all while there. This proved true. Staff was welcoming, coming out to meet us and carrying our luggage to our room. They were helpful and generous at every turn; Alvin found us out walking and offered a tour, with tastings, of the fruit orchard and vegetable gardens. The grounds are beautiful, with gardens thoughtfully planted. We purchased the full-board plan, and the food was very good and plentiful. Our room in the lodge was very comfortable, though if we were staying for longer than a couple nights, we'd probably want to rent one of the cabins to have a little more space. Our room offered large screened windows overlooking the ponds below, perfect for a couple of birders wanting to see birds coming to the pond. Birding was good right around the lodge, with a large variety of species coming to a couple of fruiting trees right above the parking lot. NOTE: the Googlemap directions linked to the website send you up Rt. 320 if you are coming from the northwest - this road is significantly rough, potholed, and slow going for much of the way. When we left, we asked a couple of fellows in the nearest town which way to go to get to a coastal town southeast of Jaco, and they directed us down a different road that was MUCH smoother and more pleasant, and came out at Jaco. Worth taking!
eulabeans, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Unser bestes Hotel in Costa Rica

Wunderschön angelegte Anlage. Es beginnt mit einer von Palmen und großen Farnen gesäumten Zufahrt. Dazu kommen hübsche Teiche, reizvolle Plätze zum Entspannen und Vögel beobachten, gepflegten Bungalows mit tollen Ausblick. Ein kurzer Wanderweg führt zu einem Wasserfall, ein anderer durch Kakaopflanzen. Die eigene Schokolade ist übrigens köstlich. Sehr freundliches und äußerst hilfsbereites Personal und sehr gute Küche. Rundum TOP.
Katja, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Ecolodge epoustouflant

Un magnifique hotel de belle facture en symbiose avec la nature. Accueil excellent, chambre superbe. Une belle ballade dans la jungle avec cascades au depart du site. Un diner avec produits de l ecolodge tres bon et à un prix raisonnable. Le concept de l ecolodge est tres interessant, cadre depaysant et relaxant à decouvrir. Son acces est déjà une aventure, et tout à fait jouable en 4x4. Ce fut notre premiere reservation au Costa rica, un tres bon souvenir.
Laurence, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Small lodge, amazing grounds for relaxing.

Amazing gardens, beautiful hike to private waterfalls. Has some service issues. Refrigerator was out of order in our deluxe bungalow and kitchen was missing basics like towels, dish rack and utensils. No information was offered about this and it could not be fixed. Personnel is awesome. Food is not a la carte, but it is a pleasurable experience.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise

Absolutely amazing and wonderful place - the people, flora and fauna, the BIRDS, and waterfall spas and walks.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

El hotel es increíble con un concepto ecológico y sustentable. Instalaciones muy cómodas y limpias. Comida muy rica. Una experiencia muy recomendable.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Only for special type of customer

This place is very remote. Super long drive over a slow bumpy road with lots of rocks. The staff does not speak good English and we had communication problems which made me feel badly since I am very courteous and try to be polite and humble, but they did not understand our questions. The rooms were nice but the beds and bedding not the best quality. The food was excellent, but you are limited to eating there, no other choices and it's pricey. The grounds are beautiful, they have the best waterfall! And a natural spa. It's a nice eco lodge, they aspire to be self sustaining and you can feel good about that.
California Girl, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great and relaxing

Great place for relax and detox time. Eco-friendly lodge with awesome gardens, trails and a waterfall. Bungalows have a great view to the mountains. Excellent and healthy food. Road requieres a 4WD, but it is NOT dangerous, just bumpy.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Un havre de paix en pleine nature

Une arrivée dans un très bel endroit, un très bon accueil de Jessica avec un jus de fruit bien frais, une très belle vue sur une pièce d'eau. C'est ce que l'on voit du bâtiment principal. Le jardin est merveilleux et très bien entretenu. Les repas sont très bons.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Besondere Lodge!!

Wunderschöne Umgebung, auf ökologisch wird sehr viel Wert gelegt. Frühstück und Abendessen super toll, selbstgebackenes Brot, eigener Honig, eigenes Gemüse usw. Anfahrt allerdings schwierig, wobei bei unserer Abfahrt gerade die Straßenbauarbeiter zu Gange waren, also scheint Besserung in Sicht.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Eines der besten Hotels in 4 Wochen CR!

Super Köchin, vieles wird selbst angebaut. Bungalows traumhaft, mir toller Aussicht und 'mittendrin'. Einer der besten Plätze, um Yoga zu praktizieren! Viele Tiere zu beobachten, mehr als auf so manch geführter Dschungelwanderung. Anlage ist riesig und super in die Umgebung integriert. Personal immer zuvorkommend,,freundlich und aufgeschlossen. Anfahrt etwas anspruchsvoller, mit 4WD und bei Tage jedoch machbar.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Just what the doctor ordered.

The lodge is beautiful and peaceful. It's exactly what we wanted. Note however that the road to get there is an adventure. Do not drive at night! Also best if not raining or foggy. So if you are renting a car, you need a 4wheel drive SUV. The manager and staff are beyond gracious and accommodating. The food, which is grown entirely on the premises, is just divine. Literally the best food we had in the entire country. Bring your binoculars and camera. The wildlife and birds/bats/insects abound. It's quite spectacular. Can't wait to return.
Verified

6/10 Good

Difficile d acces

nous avons mis plus de deux heures pour trouver le lodge. Il est tres mal fléché et au milieu de nulle part gps google maps et waze ont eu du mal a le trouver.une fois la haut n envisagez pas de redescendre pour diner prevoyez la demi pension .Plats imposés!! Le cadre vaut le coup c est tout je ne le conseille pas pour une nuit plus si vous voulez vivre en pleine nature
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A true retreat

This was an experiment, Macaw Lodge is not your typical hotel, it is a remote place of beauty and serenity. It started very well, seeing we were tired after getting there (use a 4WD vehicle and give yourself up to one hour to travel the last 12 miles long stretch of the unpaved road - it is well worth it!) the nice lady at the reception immediately suggested that we go to our room and rest instead of checking in. Our room had no glass windows, instead, one of the walls was just a screened opening. Falling asleep to all the noises from the jungle and nearby ponds and waking up to the birds was an amazing experience. The locally-grown food is well prepared and the breakfast beautifully presented. If you go to Costa Rica for nature, away from the crowds, I highly recommend Macaw Lodge, if you go for zip-lining, parasailing, nightlife and such, this is not your place.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Kristen, 2-night trip